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World Cup sparks Islamist debate on football’s integrity
By James M. Dorsey Ultra-conservative clerics are condemning football as a Jewish…
Europe and those Arabs (4): The EU and the Belgian syndrome
Unlike most Europeans, Belgians are shy to ask for better services, not…
What are the four social and cultural factors behind the phenomenon of harassment?
Many observers, analysts, and those working in the realm of politics argue…
The Palestinian national reconciliation: Regional and international implications
By Fadi Elhusseini Palestinian success in burying a seven-year division has surpassed…
The first step to solving a problem
You don’t need to read the United Nations report saying 99.3% of…
Egypt needs a fair and firm leader – not a hero
By Mohammed Nosseir Egyptians are looking for a hero, a person who will…
Rape in Congo can be a death sentence to women
By Dr. César Chelala Rape as a weapon of war continues to…
AFC power struggle reflects sorry state of football governance
By James M. Dorsey FIFA Vice President and Asian Football Confederation…
Hopes and fears: Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict
By Sanam Naraghi Anderlini Ahead of tomorrow's Global Summit to End Sexual…
Sisi’s ideal first decision: Release the detained youth
By Emad Al-Din Hussein Field Marshal Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi was sworn…